St. Joseph's Children's Hospital

02/03/2026

❤️ Meet 2-week-old Zedrick, a tiny warrior with a mighty heart. ❤️

While he was still in the womb, he was diagnosed with multiple heart defects. From 19 weeks pregnant through delivery, our fetal and perinatal cardiology team closely monitored both mom and baby every step of the way.

Two days after he was born, Zedrick underwent open heart surgery in our Patel Children’s Heart Institute. He’s now healing in our pediatric cardiac ICU, surrounded by a team dedicated to giving him the strongest start possible.

His mom, Jennifer, remembers the fear, the uncertainty and the shock of the diagnoses. But she also remembers something else: the moment she met our congenital cardiac team and knew her baby was in the very best hands.

This Heart Month, Zedrick reminds us what courage looks like. What hope feels like. And why our congenital cardiac team pours everything they have into caring for families like his. Join us in sending love and strength to this incredible little fighter and his family.

Learn more about our comprehensive congenital heart and vascular program: ow.ly/3qaM50yrFR9

02/01/2026

At BayCare, we honor the lived experience, profound legacy, and ongoing contributions of our Black team members this Black History Month. We are thankful for our team members who play a vital role in shaping our community's health. We recognize their stories, achievements and the value they bring to BayCare.

01/30/2026

🏴‍☠️📿 Our patients took over the hallways today for a pirate parade of their very own! Dressed in swashbuckling gear, they rolled down a special route on decorated stretchers and wheelchairs, handing out beads and pirate treasures to cheering team members along the way.

This heartwarming tradition brings the spirit of Tampa’s beloved Gasparilla celebration inside the hospital, giving kids and families a chance to join the fun even while receiving care. It’s one of our favorite days of the year—a treasure trove of adventure, fun and pure pirate joy. ❤️🏴‍☠️

Yo-ho-ho to our incredible Child Life team, volunteers, team members and guest pirate krewes for making magic happen!

01/28/2026

After a devastating car accident left 12-year-old Charlotte critically injured, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital and our on-campus Ronald McDonald House became a lifeline for her family.💙

From emergency trauma care to weeks in the pediatric ICU, our caregivers were by Charlotte’s side through every moment. Thankfully her mom never had to choose between being close to her daughter and caring for herself. Just a short walk from Charlotte’s patient room, the House offered a quiet place to rest, recharge and stay connected through the toughest moments. Ronald McDonald House Tampa Bay, Inc.

Learn more and watch the full video here: bit.ly/4k7pCc2

01/24/2026

🏴‍☠️ Ahoy, me hearties! 🏴‍☠️ The Children’s Gasparilla Parade is underway, and our BayCare Kids float is sailing down Bayshore loaded with treasure and big pirate cheer! If you're along the parade route, give our krewe a wave as we roll by. ⚓️💙

01/21/2026

🎉Big news!🎉St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital has been recognized as a Center of Excellence in Pediatric Sedation by the Society for Pediatric Sedation, a national multidisciplinary organization advancing pediatric procedural sedation through innovative research and professional education.

“This designation reflects our commitment to providing the highest quality, safest and truly patient- and family-centered sedation care. It validates our use of best practices, specialized teams and efficient processes, along with our dedication to reducing children’s anxiety and pain,” said Danielle Nelski, nurse manager in St. Joseph’s Children’s Day Hospital, where the majority of pediatric sedations begin.

💙 We’re also proud to be one of only four pediatric hospitals in Florida to earn this honor!

01/19/2026

This week, honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by dreaming big and serving others. 🌍🗣️❤️

01/15/2026

Anthony, one of our neonatal/pediatric transport paramedics, is a BEE Award Honoree! The BEE Award (Being Excellent Every Day) celebrates non-nursing team members whose efforts contribute to excellence in patient care.

Anthony’s colleagues describe him as a creative thinker with a passion for innovation. He’s a natural leader for new medics, known for his positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to step in wherever he’s needed. With a calm presence and an ability to connect with families during stressful moments, Anthony truly embodies the spirit of the BEE Award through his selflessness, ingenuity and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Anthony!

01/09/2026

BayCare Medical Group has opened new pediatric neurology practices at 2191 Ninth Avenue North, Suite 110 in St. Petersburg, and 4510 North Armenia Avenue, Suite 103 in Tampa, where they accept new patients, newborn and older. The pediatric neurology office phone number in St. Petersburg is (727) 498-8994 and (813) 878-2191 in Tampa. They accept most major insurance plans.

Primarily affiliated with St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, the office is comprised of Ena Andrews, MD, Joseph Casadonte, MD, Margaret Nazario, PA-C, and Yolanta Sadlowski, PA-C. They treat a number of conditions, including Asperger’s Syndrome, attention deficit disorder, autism, cerebral palsy, Down’s syndrome and epilepsy.

Dr. Andrews is board certified in neurology with special competence in child neurology. She earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of California, in San Francisco, California, and performed a pediatric neurology fellowship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Andrews’ clinical interests include pediatric sleep disorders. She treats children who have conditions originating in the brain, which can include headaches, seizures, concussions, dysautonomia and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Andrews is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Medical Association and the Child Neurology Society.

Dr. Casadonte is board certified in neurology with a special competence in child neurology. He earned a medical degree from Far Eastern University in Manila, Philippines; completed a pediatric internship and residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York, and completed a pediatric neurology fellowship at Schneider Children’s Hospital on Long Island, New York. Dr. Casadonte diagnoses and treats numerous neurological disorders, including seizures, cerebral palsy, Tourette Syndrome, developmental disorders and attention deficit disorders. He’s a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society.

Learn more: bit.ly/4aRmyhF

01/06/2026

✨A bright future is taking shape.✨ We’re excited to share the new rendering of the future Pagidipati Children’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s, opening in 2030. Every detail of the facility has been intentionally designed with children and families at the heart. From its bold, multicolor exterior with dynamic lighting to playful, family-centered interior spaces, intuitive wayfinding and welcoming common areas, the environment aims to uplift, reassure and inspire hope the moment families arrive. Learn more about the new hospital and design plans: bit.ly/4pv8OwL

The future Pagidipati Children’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s, a freestanding, state-of-the-art facility opening in 2030, will advance pediatric health care across West Central Florida.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year and best wishes for a healthy 2026 from everyone at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital!

12/30/2025

We’re excited to soon bring the most advanced, cancer-fighting treatment to West Central Florida. And so are our patients. See this interview from Tampa Bay's Morning Blend to learn how one dad is grateful that BayCare’s expertise in pediatric care led him to proton therapy and why he is overjoyed to have it close to home for anyone else needing advanced cancer treatment. bit.ly/4b63nRa

Proton therapy is one of the most advanced cancer treatments available today. Soon, families in the Tampa Bay area will be able to access this care close to home.